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Praxis The selected artists represent a breath of practices that exploit the malleability of clay as a material that can operate as a mark, a symbol, a poem, a canvas, a metaphor, a memory, an existential question, a political statement, or a vehicle for social and cultural commentary. Although no artist in the exhibition parallels another’s aesthetic approach, they all engage the laborious physicality of the material, its fragility, and its historical permanence. A collective show such as this will…

KID’S POTTERY SUMMER CAMP Your child will journey through various pottery making techniques from pinching pots to working on a real pottery wheel! In between projects, they’ll have time to play in the park and have an engaging summer! Parents provide lunch and extra water. Camp held at East Village Arts Park, 408 E. 1st St. For more information: www.clayonfirst.com Instructor: Clay On First.

Paint & Sip “The Queen Mary” and this fun little Seagulll with The Paint Sesh at Cafe Ambrosia in beautiful Long Beach, CA. If you’re long beach art lover, or just enjoy drinking in general this is the painting for you! Enjoy a tasty drink from the venues bar while painting these fun underwater inspired wine glasses. The instructor will guide you and your friends through two hours of lively creativity, fun and lets be honest, art is a form…

FYT Branding Creative Branding Agency and MADE by Millworks are proud to debut contemporary pop artist TREW LOVE. Opening Reception- Saturday Aug 11th 7-10p.m. Show will run thru Sept. 9th Closing Party – Saturday Sept. 8th, 7-10p.m. •Full Interactive Installation, Live Art Wall • Fun Candy-Like World of Marvel •DJ will color the air with amazing POP sounds to fit the show •Limited Edition Signed Event Art Posters will be available for sale •% of proceeds will go to a…

Explore art together! Every third Wednesday, LBMA galleries will be open to preschoolers + parents for a unique art experience, including a tour of the current exhibitions + fun art activities specifically designed for preschoolers. Organized by the Museum's Education Department, reservations are required. $1 admssion per child.

Learn the basics of embroidery in Part I of LBMA's Embroidery Workshop. The project will focus on recreating Matisse drawings into beautiful hand-stitched formats. The workshop will continue the following week with more advanced techniques more suited for experienced stitchers. Participation in Part I is not required, but highly encouraged to take before Part II.

Learn to get your shot every time with our iPhone photo workshop! Workshop leader Kathryn Boyd-Batstone has had work published in the Washington Post, CNN, the San Francisco Chronicle and NPR. She also is a graduate student at USC’s prestigious School of Cinematic Arts, where she studies cinematography. The workshop will include instruction, a chance to practice what you’ve learned by taking photos in the Rancho’s beautiful gardens, wine, and appetizers. $10 per person. Limited space!

Save the date! Paint & Art Galore is hosting a paint night at Bixby Joe where you can enjoy fresh drinks, snacks, and become a painter for the night. You don't need painting experience. All you'll need to bring is your joy and enthusiasm for paint and flamingo. Anything else? Of course! Make sure you book a date to select a show that you want to see for free. https://www.paintandartgalore.com/free-shows

This is our last big event of the Summer*, so we hope you'll join us for Tiki Beach Festival! Keep in mind, Tiki Beach Festival was the original event in our summer line up and the signature celebration in Fred's summer Calendar. We think you'll agree his vision, personality and perseverance have improved our community and coastline for the past 18 years!

SUNNYSIDE CEMETERY CINEMA: MONSTER SQUAD Festival Obscura and Sunnyside Cemetery are proud to present the '87 monster/comedy classic... MONSTER SQUAD. WHERE IS SUNNYSIDE CEMETERY LOCATED? The historic Sunnyside Cemetery is located at 1095 E. Willow Street, Long Beach CA 90806 between Orange Ave. and California Ave. Sunnyside Cemetery, founded in 1906, is the 2nd oldest cemetery in the City of Long Beach. Please click here for map & directions: Sunnyside Cemetery (Long Beach, CA) WHERE IS PARKING LOCATED? We will have LIMITED parking on-site at the cemetery. We…

Cruise through Long Beach on your bicycle and see a fantasm of beautiful murals you don't see on the day to day. Some of them are impossible to stumble onto unless you're looking! Grab your loved ones (friends, family, kids, and spouses) and cruise through Long Beach admiring the city's art all day. Every month is a new route, so you can bet on fresh fun! We have a 30% discount with Dolys Delectables coffehouse, a lovely local spot where…